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(P71.1) Other neonatal hypocalcaemia
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114 647 in individuals diagnosis other neonatal hypocalcaemia confirmed
Diagnosis other neonatal hypocalcaemia is diagnosed Men are 20.44% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis other neonatal hypocalcaemia
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other neonatal hypocalcaemia
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other neonatal hypocalcaemia - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1
Disease Features other neonatal hypocalcaemia
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other neonatal hypocalcaemia - what does this mean
Other neonatal hypocalcaemia is caused by a variety of factors, including maternal hypoparathyroidism, vitamin d deficiency, renal dysfunction, and other metabolic disorders. in these cases, the infant's body is unable to absorb enough calcium from the mother's blood, leading to a deficiency. this can lead to seizures, hypotonia, and other neurological symptoms.
What happens during the disease - other neonatal hypocalcaemia
Other neonatal hypocalcaemia is a condition in which newborns have abnormally low levels of calcium in their blood. this can be caused by a variety of factors, including prematurity, maternal hypoparathyroidism, maternal vitamin d deficiency, maternal hypercalcaemia, or maternal hyperparathyroidism. additionally, certain medications, such as diuretics, can cause neonatal hypocalcaemia. the symptoms of this condition can include seizures, jitteriness, irritability, poor feeding, and respiratory distress. treatment typically involves administering calcium supplements and vitamin d to the newborn, as well as ensuring adequate hydration.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests to measure calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and parathyroid hormone levels
- Urine tests to measure calcium and phosphorus levels
- X-rays of the skull, hands and feet
- Ultrasound of the kidneys
- CT or MRI scan of the head and neck
- Bone biopsy
- Genetic testing
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Echocardiogram (ECHO)
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To maintain calcium levels in the blood and to prevent associated complications.
- Administer calcium supplements orally or intravenously, depending on the severity of the hypocalcaemia.
- Monitor calcium levels regularly.
- Administer vitamin D supplements, if necessary.
- Provide adequate nutrition to the baby.
- Provide adequate hydration to the baby.
- Monitor for any signs of hypocalcaemia-related complications, such as seizures.
- Provide supportive care, such as oxygen therapy, if necessary.
10 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other neonatal hypocalcaemia - Prevention
Other neonatal hypocalcaemia can be prevented by ensuring that pregnant women receive adequate calcium and vitamin d supplementation, as well as by ensuring that newborns are given a vitamin d supplement shortly after birth. additionally, mothers should be encouraged to breastfeed their infants, as breast milk is naturally rich in vitamin d.